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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Shri Anurag Singh Thakur to launch logo, mascot, jersey and anthem of Khelo India University Games 2022 in Uttar Pradesh tomorrow
The Games will be held in Varanasi, Noida and Gorakhpur, besides the state capital of Lucknow
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Anurag Singh Thakur will launch the Logo, jersey, mascot and anthem of the Khelo India University Games 2022  at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow on 5th May.
The 3rd edition of the Khelo India University Games will take place from May 23 to June 3; the opening ceremony is scheduled for May 25 at the Babu Banarasi Das University in Lucknow.
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Nisith Pramanik, Sports Minister, Uttar Pradesh, Shri Girish Chandra Yadav will also be present in the launch ceremony along with other dignitaries.
The upcoming edition of the KIUG is expected to have participation of more than 4700 athletes from 200+ universities across the country, with total participation reaching to over 7000. The number of sports disciplines to feature in this edition is 21, which is also the highest ever in the history of the University Games. Rowing, too, is being introduced for the first-time ever.
The Games will be held in Varanasi, Noida and Gorakhpur, besides the state capital of Lucknow. The Shooting competition will be organized in New Delhi at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range. For the First time, water sports such as Rowing will be a part of the Khelo India University Games. Two indigenous Sports Disciplines namely Mallakhamb and Yogasana, were part of the last edition of the Khelo India University Games held in Karnataka and will also be part of this edition. The Games will also be live telecast on DD Sports & OTT platforms.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Arunachal Pradesh to get a Greenfield Airport in Hollongi
Airport will have a capacity to handle 200 passengers during peak hours
Hollongi airport is to be operational on 15th August 2022
Considering the importance of air connectivity to the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh, AAI has undertaken the work of constructing a Greenfield Airport in Hollongi, 15 Kms from Itanagar. With an estimated cost of Rs.645 crore, the project includes the development work i.e. construction of airport pavements, air side work, terminal Building and city side works.
The proposed airport is designed for operations of A-320 category of air craft and future extension of Runway by 500m length to cater A-321 type of aircraft .With an area of 4100 sqm, the terminal building of the airport will be able to handle 200 passengers during peak hours. Equipped with eight check-in counters, the terminal building will have all modern passenger facilities.
Development Work is in full swing and almost 80% of airside works is completed. Progress of Construction of New Interim Terminal building is 30%. The airport is planned for operationalization on 15thAugust 2022.
The terminal will be an energy efficient building provisioned with Rain Water Harvesting system and sustainable landscape. The development work also includes construction of ATC Tower cum Technical Block, Fire station, Medical Centre and other ancillary works.
The building’s envelope is influenced by the surrounding landscapes. Moving away from the strict geometry of straight lines and angles, the roof form is organic and establishes instant connection with the viewer. The building interior is designed to emanate a sense of calm to the passengers. This is achieved by providing free-flowing spaces, hidden service core and a glass façade that links the eye to the panoramic scenic beauty of the Himalayan Foothills.
Hon’ble PM has laid emphasis on transforming Arunachal Pradesh into a major gateway to SouthEast Asia by developing modern infrastructure across the state. An airport to connect the capital city is a much-needed aspiration of local community which will also accelerate economic activity in the region.
Medical Centre Work in Progress
Electric Sub-Station Work in Progress
Runway Work is in Progress
Work Site
Perspective Design - Façade of the Terminal Building
Perspective Design City Side
Ministry of Power
NTPC – H1 FY23 Unaudited Results
PAT up by 9.82% 
NTPC Group generated 204 Billion Units in H1 FY23
NTPC Coal stations achieved a Plant Load Factor of 77.27% as against the National Average of 64.46% during H1 FY23
Total income of NTPC for H1 FY23 is ₹ 82,536.63 crore
The Country’s largest power generator- NTPC Ltd., with a present group installed capacity of more than 70 GW, today declared unaudited financial results for Q2/H1 FY23.
NTPC Group generated 204 Billion Units in H1 FY23 as compared to 177 Billion Units in H1 FY22, an increase of ~15%. NTPC’s standalone gross generation in H1 FY23 is 176 Billion Units as compared to 151 Billion Units in the corresponding previous period, registering an increase of ~16%.
NTPC Coal stations achieved a Plant Load Factor of 77.27% as against the National Average of 64.46% during H1 FY23.
On standalone basis, as against corresponding previous period total income of ₹ 58,153.09 crore, registering an increase of 41.93%. PAT for H1 FY23 is ₹ 7,048.16 crore as against ₹ 6,417.66 crore in H1 FY22, registering an increase of 9.82%.
On consolidated basis, total income of the group for H1 FY23 is ₹ 88,242.22 crore as against corresponding previous period total income of ₹ 63,486.27 crore, registering an increase of 39%. PAT of the group for H1 FY23 is ₹ 7,395.44 crore as against corresponding previous period PAT of ₹ 7,134.67 crore, registering an increase of 3.65%.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets NDRF team, on their 12th Raising Day celebrations
PM greets NDRF team, on their 12th Raising Day celebrations
Ministry of Railways
South Western Railway  Surpasses the Electrification Target for the Financial Year 2021-22
1734 out of total 3566 Route Kms of its Network is now electrified
Striving towards the vision of Green Railway by 2030, fast-tracking electrification of its network, South Western Railway has achieved 511.7 Route Kms of Electrification as on 28.03.2022 surpassing the Railway board target of 459 Route kms for the Financial year 2021 – 22.
In the previous financial year 2020-21, South Western Railway had completed 476.7 Route kms of electrification of its network.
The following sections over South Western Railway have been commissioned after electrification during March 2022:
Yelahanka – Chikkaballapur , Tumakuru – Nitturu , Sivadi – Omluru , Hosadurga – Chikjajur , Alnavar – Ambewadi  Gadag – Hole Alur , Kudachi – Ghataprabha  and Londa – Tinaighat .
General Manager Shri Sanjeev Kishore has stated that no stone is left unturned to achieve and exceed targets. He said that the close co-ordination and co-operation between Divisions and among Operations and Electrical Departments enabled timely availability of line- blocks to erect electrical infrastructure. He has expressed his gratitude to the excellent efforts of CORE, RVNL and PGCIL which are the executing agencies if electrification works over South Western Railway
With the completion of this electrification South Western Railway will run more number of trains with electrical engines for major part of the route which is expected to reduce consumption of diesel considerably on a daily basis. This will not only reduce diesel and fossil fuel dependency but also enhance the line capacity and speeding up of trains improving punctuality.
From about 200+ RKM in 2016, the electrified track on SWR has now risen to 1734 out of total 3566 Route Kms of its network.
Special Service and Features
Training programme of DEA, as part of Capacity Building Initiatives in Infrastructure Sector, in association with IIM Kozhikode
Kochi: June 15, 2022
The Department of Economic Affairs  in collaboration with Capacity Building Commission  has framed a Capacity Enhancement Plan  for driving relevant capacities across Line Ministries, State Governments, and extended ecosystem of infrastructure execution in the country wherein both offline and online training programs have been started.
The aim of CEP is to upgrade the capacities of officials involved in planning, executing, and implementing infrastructure projects through these training programmes. These training programmes have been structured to support realization of India’s Infrastructure Vision through successful implementation of key infrastructure programmes such as National Infrastructure Pipeline , National Monetisation Pipeline , PM GatiShakti Master Plan etc.
This year six training programs have been conducted in partnership with IIM-B Bangalore, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad , Infrastructure and Projects Authority , Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office , UNESCAP, All India Management Association  and World Bank. The training series has seen nominations from over 200 officials that have a cross-sectoral and cross-regional mix from Line Ministries/Departments, State/UT governments and their implementing agencies to facilitate an enhanced learning environment
A training program in the capacity building training series i.e., “Capacity Building Program in Public-Private Partnership  & Infrastructure Development” was launched on 14th June 2022 in Kozhikode with 36 participants.. This 5-day  residential training program is being conducted in partnership with Indian Institute of Management, in their Kozhikode  campus.
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Ministry of Rural Development
A total of about 32 crore mandays employment has been provided and more than Rs.31,500 crore spent so far under Garib Kalyan RojgarAbhiyaan
A large number of structures have been created; 2,123 Gram Panchayats provided internet connectivity, 21,595 waste management works undertaken, and 62,824 candidates provided skill training
The Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan  launched to boost employment and livelihood opportunities for migrant workers returning to villages and similarly affected citizens in rural area, in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak, is taking action on mission mode to provide employment to migrant workers who have returned to their native villages of 6 states. The Abhiyaan is empowering villagers with livelihood opportunities in 116 districts of these states.
By the 15th week, a total of about 32 crore mandays employment has been provided and Rs.31577 crore spent so far in the pursuit of objectives of the Abhiyaan. A large number of structures have been created including 1,32,146 water conservation structures, 4,12,214 rural houses, 35,529 cattle shed, 25,689 farm ponds, and 16,253 Community Sanitary Complex. 7,340 works have been taken up through District Mineral Funds, 2,123 Gram Panchayat have been provided internet connectivity, a total of 21,595 works related to solid and liquid waste management undertaken, and 62,824 candidates have been provided skill training through Krishi Vigyan Kendras  during the Abhiyaan.
The Abhiyaan’s success so far can be seen as convergent efforts of 12 Ministries/Departments and State Governments, which are giving higher quantum of benefits to the migrant workers and rural communities. The stage is set for longer term action for a longer term initiative for jobs and livelihoods for those who choose to stay back.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
Disbursal of Scholarship to Minority Students under Direct Benefit Transfer
 mode through the National Scholarship Portal  has resulted in the following benefits for all stakeholders including the target beneficiaries:
 Timely and hassle free disbursement of scholarships directly to students.
 Disbursal of scholarships done in fair and transparent manner.
 Ensuring scholarship to genuine beneficiaries.
 Elimination of duplication and prevention of misuse of government funds.
 Creating a detailed database of beneficiaries.
Any technical issue/difficulty, faced by any stakeholders, is addressed immediately by the National Informatics Centre  that has developed the National Scholarship Portal  for implementation of scholarship schemes. The Helpdesk and Helpline number have also been provided for redressal of technical issues for all stakeholders. Ministry of Minority Affairs has put in place a robust complaint redressal system/mechanism to address anyconcerns of any stakeholder including the target beneficiaries.
This information was given by Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, the Minister of State  for Minority Affairs, in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Power
NTPC anchors two day BRICS Green Hydrogen Summit
NTPC Ltd, India’s largest energy integrated company under Ministry of Power anchored a two day workshop on Green Hydrogen, one of the most popular and demanding fields in the current times and considered to be the next carrier of energy.
The online event saw leading experts from the Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa  countries who shared their insights and professional views on the subject as well as the latest developments going on in their countries in the area of green hydrogen.
The key note speakers from BRICS virtual summit were, Ms. Agnes M da Costa , Mr. Kovalev Andrey , Dr. Prakash Chandra Maithani, , Ms. Fu Tianyi , Mr. Makgabo H Tsiri .
Shri Alok Kumar, Secretary Ministry of Power, in his key note address said that Government and industry must work together to ensure existing regulations are not an unnecessary barrier to investment. Trade will benefit from common international standards for the safety of transporting and storing large volumes of hydrogen and having appropriate certificate of origin. BRICS countries could work together on these aspects.
He further said that India has launched an ambitious National Hydrogen Mission to introduce hydrogen purchase obligations for fertilizers, refineries involving private sector in transparent and competitive manner to produce green hydrogen.
During the welcome remarks, Shri Gurdeep Singh, CMD, NTPC ltd said that Five BRICS countries share a common vision of sustainable development and inclusive economic growth. Strengthening energy cooperation and ensuring affordable, reliable, accessible and secure energy for all, has always been a strategic area of importance in the agenda of BRICS countries.
He added that for India, the transition to a hydrogen economy will not only reduce India’s import dependency on hydrocarbon fuels but also provide clean air to its citizens, reduce GHG emissions in absolute terms and fulfil India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
These BRICS countries are capable of ensuring that there is net-zero carbon emission since the cost of deployment of these emerging technologies in these countries is a fraction in comparison to that of other developed countries. The prevention of CO2 will have a worldwide positive impact.
NTPC is pioneering Green Hydrogen Initiatives in India. NTPC which is undertaking extensive study, experimentations in the areas of Carbon Capture & Hydrogen has also announced a few pilot projects on Green Hydrogen to this.
Green hydrogen is of great topical interest to all the countries including BRICS as it has a great amount of potential to ensure sustainable energy supply, increase the level of energy availability and minimize the negative impact on the environment.
Ministry of Defence
H.E. Barry O’ Farrell AO, High Commissioner of Australia calls on Foc-in-C, Western Naval Command
H.E. Barry O’ Farrell AO, High Commissioner of Australia, accompanied by Ms. Sarah Roberts, acting Consul General, Consulate of Australia, Mumbai and a three member delegation called on Vice Adm Ajit Kumar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command on 23 Nov 20. The High Commissioner interacted with the Admiral and exchanged views on various issues of common interest such as Bilateral Cooperation in Defence and Security, Strategic Partnership and shared maritime interests as Indian Ocean littoral States. The High Commissioner also visited the Aircraft Carrier Dock at the Western Naval Command.
The High Commissioner's visit was significant as it coincided with the recently concluded Quad exercise MALABAR 2020 in which India, Australia, Japan and the U.S. participated. HMAS Ballarat, a frigate of Royal Australian Navy represented Australia in both the phases of Malabar 20 and had spent some time at Goa port for its operational turnaround from 10 - 13 Nov 20.
The current visit by the High Commissioner is in accordance with the good relations enjoyed by both the Commonwealth nations and is expected to further strengthen the existing bonds between both the navies.
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NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog Welcomes Parameswaran Iyer as Its CEO
NITI Aayog welcomes Shri Parameswaran Iyer as NITI Aayog’s CEO.
With over 25 years of experience in the water and sanitation sector, Mr Iyer spearheaded the implementation of the India’s flagship $20-billion Swachh Bharat Mission, which successfully delivered access to safe sanitation to 550 million people.
“Honoured and humbled to have been given the incredible opportunity to serve the country again—this time as CEO, NITI Aayog. I am deeply grateful to Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi for another chance to work under his leadership towards a transformed India,” Mr Iyer said.
A 1981-batch IAS officer of Uttar Pradesh cadre, Mr Iyer has worked with both the public and private sectors. He was Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation in New Delhi during 2016–20.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Sports Stadia in Delhi
There are 05 Sports stadia located in New Delhi being operated and administered by Sports Authority of India  viz. Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, India Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookherjee Swimming Pool Complex and Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range.
The Department of Sports has made sports facilities under the Department of Sports and maintained by Sports Authority of India , Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education , Gwalior and LNIPE, Guwahati, available free of cost w.e.f. 01.11.2019.
The SAI is providing training to the athletes under its Regional Centres, Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports , Patiala, and other training centres established by SAI at different locations. The Ministry is providing block grants to SAI for running the SAI including its training facilities and stadia. The information for current year and the previous 3 years of block grants provided to SAI is as below:

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Financial Year
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Funds allocated by Ministry
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1
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2016-17
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₹ 367.20
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2
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2017-18
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₹ 495.73
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3
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2018-19
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₹ 395.00
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4
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2019-20 
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₹ 539.00
The year-wise expenditure of SAI for operation and maintenance of SAI stadia located in New Delhi is as below:

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Financial Year
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Expenditure incurred for operation and maintenance of sports stadia in New Delhi
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1
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2016-17
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₹ 114.04
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2
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2017-18
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₹ 90.78
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3
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2018-19
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₹ 114.79
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4
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2019-20

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₹ 82.05
This Information was given by the Minister of State  for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Kiren Rijiju in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister Visits Jalpaiguri, West Bengal
Foundation stone for Four Laning of Falakata - Salsalabari section of National Highways laid by PM
Circuit Bench of Calcutta High Court at Jalpaiguri inaugurated
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi visited Jalpaiguri today. He laid the foundation stone for the four laning of the Falakata - Salsalabari section of NH -31 D and inaugurated New High Court Bench there.
41.7 km long Falakata - Salsalabari stretch is a part of East - West corridor envisaged under National Highways Development Project  Phase II, and is a vital link for connectivity to North East. This project will be completed in 2.5 years on Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer  basis in Build-Operate-Transfer   mode of delivery. The project will reduce the distance from Salsalabari and Alipurduar to Siliguri by nearly 50 km.
The Circuit bench of Calcutta High Court at Jalpaiguri will provide speedy justice to people of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri and Cooch Behar in North Bengal. Residents of these four districts will now have to travel less than 100 km to access the bench instead of 600 km trip to Calcutta High Court.
Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
NSIC – MSME Ministry organizes ‘Enterprise India- Mega Job Fair’
More than 30 companies participate providing employment opportunities to skilled workforce
Shri B.B Swain, Secretary  today inaugurated the ‘MEGA JOB FAIR’ and a New testing facility for MSMEs at NTSC New Delhi
The major objective of Mega Job Fair was to provide employment opportunities to the students who are passing out from different courses being conducted in the Centre. More than 30 companies including renowned companies like LG Electronics, Munjal Showa , JBM Group, Maxop, SPM Auto Comp, were present with Various job offers.
Addressing the inaugural Event, Shri B. B Swain, Secretary, MSME congratulated everyone especially to NSIC - NTSC Okhla team for organizing the ‘Enterprise India Mega Job Fair’ after pandemic period to facilitate the trainees of the Centre for their employment .Speaking on the occasion he emphasized on the industry centric and demand oriented training for skill development and also appreciated the benefits of adding the new HDPE Pipe Testing Facility in NSIC Technical Services Centre Okhla.
Shri Shailesh Kumar Singh, AS&DC, MSME in the inaugural event said that the fair would facilitate the trainees of the Centre for their employment through campus placement.
Ms. Alka Arora, CMD, NSIC, in her welcome address highlighted that NSIC technical center aims to offer demand centric training to the youth and make them market ready for the future opportunities. This Mega Job Fair is the first offline job fair organized by NSIC today after pandemic period to facilitate the trainees of the Centre for their employment through campus placements.
The NSIC Centre organizes job fairs periodically to fulfil the requirement of skilled manpower for industry. During last 6-7 years more than 70,000 trainees have been trained by the Centre and many of them have been successfully placed in the industry through campus placements.
Ministry of Defence
AIR DISPLAY AT BHOPAL
Indian Air Force  will be celebrating its 91st anniversary on 08 Oct 23. As a prelude to the Air Force Day celebrations, the IAF held a fascinating aerial display at Bhopal on 30 September 2023, showcasing its power, while also motivating the youth to choose the IAF as a career.
The residents of Bhopal witnessed the mega air display by the Indian Air Force over the picturesque Bhojtal lake. Nearly 50 aircraft, airborne from various air bases near and far, participated in the display. The Hon'ble Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Hon'ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with several civil and military dignitaries, also joined the event and witnessed the spectacular air show.
The impressive air display commenced with the Akashganga team, with 10 air warriors skydiving from a Mi-17 helicopter. The Formation flying by Su-30 MKI, Mirage-2000, Jaguar, Kiran Mk II, Tejas, C-130 Hercules, IL-78, An-32, CH-47 Chinook, Mi-17 and Chetak showcased the professionalism of the IAF. Another highlight was the demonstration of aerial refueling, where a Su-30 MKI provided fuel to an LCA and an IL-78 replenished a Mirage 2000 fighter.
This was followed by a range of aerobatics by the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft  Tejas and the Su-30 MKI. The Surya Kiran Aerobatics Team and the Sarang helicopter display team made their mark with their perfectly timed and synchronised manoeuvres.
With the culmination of this successful display, the focus now shifts to Prayagraj, where the ceremonial parade for the Air Force Day shall be held in the morning on 08 October 2023, followed by an aerial display over the Sangam in the afternoon on the same day.